COSMIN HARRIS
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Accomplished security professional with over 22 years of experience in security operations, executive protection, fire safety, emergency preparedness, and facilities management. Proven leader with expertise in training, regulatory compliance, risk management, and safeguarding people, property, and sensitive information while maintaining secure and mission-focused environments.
Overview
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1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeland Security Instructor / Career Technical Trainer
U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)
Brooklyn, USA
10.2016 - Current
- Deliver instruction in homeland security concepts, emergency preparedness, active threat response, terrorism awareness, and security operations.
- Train and certify security professionals in New York State-mandated security guard courses, including 8-Hour Pre-Assignment, 16-Hour On-the-Job Training (OJT), and Annual Security Guard Training.
- Delivered classroom instruction and developed curriculum for security personnel, enhancing their skills through mentorship and professional development.
- Train students in security screening procedures, access control systems, incident reporting, and professional security practices.
- Provide fire safety training and certification preparation for FDNY-related courses, including F-01, F-02, F-03, F-04, F-60, and W-07.
- Coordinate criminal justice field experiences, including court visits, to enhance understanding of the justice system and law enforcement processes.
- Support FEMA certification completion through emergency management training and online examinations.
- Managed classroom equipment and student records, ensuring compliance with Department of Labor regulations for effective training environments.
- Cultivated professionalism, accountability, and ethical standards among trainees, fostering a disciplined learning atmosphere.
Security Field Supervisor /Fire Safety Director
SERA Security
Bronx, USA
02.2014 - 10.2016
- Directed security operations for varied facilities, including shelters and specialized housing environments.
- Conducted daily inspections to assess security readiness and ensure operational compliance.
- Coordinated vehicle maintenance and inspections to uphold safety standards.
- Facilitated training programs for new personnel, boosting team integration and effectiveness.
- Provided FEMA instruction on emergency preparedness, including active shooter response and communication strategies.
Fire Safety Director
Wyndham New Yorker Hotel / International Protection Group
New York, USA
08.2013 - 12.2014
- Oversaw fire safety operations in high-occupancy hotel environment, ensuring safety for 1,500 guests, employees, and visitors.
- Conducted fire drills and safety inspections, enhancing emergency preparedness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated fire safety procedures for special events, including VH1 Cable events, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted fire drills, safety inspections, emergency preparedness activities, and compliance reviews.
Security Guard Instructor
AlliedBarton Security Services
New York, USA
10.2013 - 06.2014
- Managed security training operations, instructing New York State-mandated security guard courses to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Delivered comprehensive 8-Hour Pre-Assignment and Annual Security Guard Training, enhancing knowledge and preparedness of participants.
- Administered examinations, evaluated student performance, and issued certifications.
- Coached and instructed security personnel, overseeing compliance to foster professional development and competency.
Contract Security Guard Instructor
Security for America
New York, USA
07.2012 - 09.2013
- Delivered New York State-mandated security guard training, including 8-Hour Pre-Assignment, 16-Hour On-the-Job Training (OJT), and Annual Training.
- Administered examinations to assess student readiness for security roles.
- Issued training certifications to validate successful completion of required security guard training.
Senior Security Guard Instructor (Contractual)
Always Vigilant Training
New York, USA
08.2005 - 08.2012
- Led instructional programs for security personnel in training and professional development.
- Trained staff in emergency protocols, professional conduct, and operational procedures.
- Coordinated instructor schedules to ensure seamless classroom operations.
- Administered exams and issued certifications to confirm training completion.
Education
Associate Degree - Security Management
Interboro Institute
New YorkSkills
- Homeland security training
- Threat Assessment and Risk Management
- Emergency preparedness
- Active Shooter Response Training
- Fire Safety & Emergency Management
- Security Operations and Management
- Curriculum Design
- Guard training development
- Incident reporting
- Access control systems
- Supervisory Leadership & Regulatory Compliance
- Executive Protection & Protective Services
Certification
- U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - NIMS ICS-100 & IS-700 Certifications
- NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (NYS DHSES) - Enhanced Security Guard Train-the-Trainer Certification (40 Hours)
- NYS of Criminal Justice Services (NYS DCJS) - General Topics Security Guard Instructor Certification
- NYS 18-Hour CCW Firearms Certification
- FDNY Certified Fire Safety Director (FSD)
- John Jay College of Criminal Justice NYC NYS Peace/ Police Certification
- NYS Driver License
Timeline
Homeland Security Instructor / Career Technical Trainer
U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)
10.2016 - Current
Security Field Supervisor /Fire Safety Director
SERA Security
02.2014 - 10.2016
Security Guard Instructor
AlliedBarton Security Services
10.2013 - 06.2014
Fire Safety Director
Wyndham New Yorker Hotel / International Protection Group
08.2013 - 12.2014
Contract Security Guard Instructor
Security for America
07.2012 - 09.2013
Senior Security Guard Instructor (Contractual)
Always Vigilant Training
08.2005 - 08.2012
Associate Degree - Security Management
Interboro Institute